It’s been a busy month, especially with holidays. A lot of work happening behind the scenes, and most of it is good news.

The big thing: the corebook is shaping up to be larger than originally planned. I went into this wanting the core book to feel complete, not just “good enough until the supplements.” As I kept building, it became clear that what needs to be in the core ended up being more than the original scope. I’m okay with that. I’d rather deliver a solid, definitive book than rush something thin.

At this point, the manuscript itself is done and in review for the most part. What I’m actively working on now is the creatures and monsters, deciding what absolutely belongs in the corebook versus what makes more sense to save for regional guides and what really covers the core game needs. That’s taking some thought, and it’s one of the reasons for a slight delay. I know we’re running a bit behind, but I want this to land right.

On the art front:

Meanwhile, Lucus and Geoff are deep into reviewing the text. . . tightening, checking tone, consistency, and making sure everything holds together (and I am not rambling on incoherently). Once that pass is done, we’re ready to move straight into layout.

Right now, my target is to have Folklore Americana out in early February. Once the corebook is across the finish line, the other books should move along much faster since they’re already well into development.

As always, I appreciate the patience. I’m not dragging my feet, I’m making sure this thing is the book it deserves to be after wanting to make it for so long.

More soon.